Virginia Tech came to play at the outset, taking a 13-8 lead on Robert Brown's trey just over six minutes in. Brown and Green each found the bottom of the net for a 22-14 edge, and Green converted again moments later for a 28-16 margin.

Miami made a late first-half rally, cutting the deficit to 32-29 by halftime thanks to Larkin's 3-pointer with just over a minute to go.

The Hurricanes maintained their momentum from the closing moments of the first half, jumping in front 38-34 on successive layups from Durand Scott and Kadji. The Hokies rallied and took a 43-41 lead with just over 13 1/2 minutes to go on the heels on consecutive Green 3-pointers.

Miami then ventured on a pivotal 13-2 scoring stretch to take control. Kadji's slam capped the spurt, giving the Hurricanes a 54-45 lead with just over eight minutes left on the clock.

The Hokies gave it one last shot, pulling within 60-56 after Eddie made three free throws with just over two minutes remaining, but Larkin delivered the dagger with a 3-pointer on the other end.

"I thought we had opportunities," Virginia Tech coach James Johnson said. "I thought the kids continued to fight and to play hard. We've just got to find a way to put a 40-minute game together."